Hearing loss can effect a child’s language, social, and intellectual development. If you suspect your child may have hearing loss, schedule an appoinment with a pediatric audiologist.
Why it matters
- Pediatric audiologists help children reach their full potential but only when treatment starts as early as possible.
- 97% of US newborns have their hearing screened for hearing loss, but many don’t get the recommended follow-ups.
What to do
Follow the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics' Early Hearing Detection and Intervention 1-3-6 guidelines.
1-3-6 guidelines recommend:
- A hearing screening no later than 1 month of age.
- A diagnosis no later than 3 months of age.
- Early intervention services no later than 6 months of age.
Without these important steps, early identification is not possible and a child may fall behind in communication, reading, or social-emotional development, which could lead to lower educational or employment achievements later in life. —Medscape, 12/20/2022
Research tells us
A study published in Pediatrics reported children who followed the 1-3-6 guidelines had superior vocabularies than those who did not get professional care on time.
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Are you concerned about your child’s hearing
Schedule a consultation with one of our pediatric audiologists. Don’t guess. Find out.
If your child has hearing loss, your audiologist will explain
- How much hearing they’ve lost
- Whether their hearing needs treatment now or later
- The most effective treatment plan to ensure the healthy development of your child
